Discussing the Next Step

Commander-in-Chief Li Jiaming was holding an online conference in the command room with Shlaik, Aixisi, and numerous generals, including many commanders-in-chief of branch bases joining remotely. The commanders of Long Fei's eight direct-command units were also attending the meeting with the generals.

Everyone at the meeting was standing, while the commanders of the eight direct-command units stood along the walls.

The many generals present were discussing their next course of action.

Li Xiucheng asked Salamander, who was leaning against the wall, "Salamander, what do you think we should do next? Press our advantage, or withdraw?"

"I share the view of General Shlaik, General Aixisi, and the commander-in-chief: withdraw. We won this battle, but it was not a great victory—only a narrow one. And news of the boss's condition has already spread throughout the world. The major powers are now eyeing the Skywing Mercenary Group hungrily. If another battle breaks out and we suffer any losses, they may very well stab us in the back."

"But half the generals currently believe we should press our advantage."

Marisa snorted. "Hmph. Victory has gone to their heads. They don't know when to quit while they're ahead."

Museria said, "The Dion Army may have lost, but they made a swift decision and withdrew to the Mars Sphere to preserve their strength. If we pursue them, we will certainly face a fierce counterattack."

Lamiel said, "The boss is still unconscious, and Fadis is likely in the same condition. The nations of the world are watching both us and the Dion Empire. If either side ends up in worse shape, the leaders of the major powers may very well strike at whichever side is weakest."

Tols said, "Preserving our strength is the most prudent course right now."

Pan Zhenhua sighed. "Sigh, some people have been blinded